Mont Blanc Winter Activity Week (EDCEB)
Duration:
8 days (may vary)
Areas: Switzerland
Tour types: Nature & Wildlife, Winter Adventures
Description
The Mont Blanc region justifiably lays claim to some of the most spectacular mountain scenery in the world, and is a stunning setting for our week of activities. Both Italy and Switzerland border the Chamonix Valley, making this a truly international trip. We are based for the week at the Chalet Savoy, a few minutes walk from the Prarion ski lift which accesses Les Houches world cup downhill ski fields and cross-country ski trails. From our comfortable chalet we enjoy a range of fun activities including snowshoe walking, a snowmobile excursion, cross-country skiing in both classic and skating style, dogsledding, ice-skating, riding the Mont Blanc Express train and also visiting a St. Bernard dog kennels. There will be time to explore the town of Chamonix and there's a wide range of optional activities on your free day.
Itinerary options
Tour only
Flight inclusive
Tour itinerary
Day 1:
Start Les Houches in the Chamonix Valley.
Day 2:
Half-day guided snowshoe walk; half-day cross-country 'classic' ski lesson.
Day 3:
A day in Italy, in Val Ferret for cross-country skiing with instructor.
Day 4:
Half-day dogsled outing (sharing sleds) before riding on the Chamonix Express train; visit St. Bernard dog kennels then on to Chamonix for an ice-skating session.
Day 5:
Free day options include skiing; glacier walk with guide; Aiguille du Midi cable car ride; or relaxing in Chamonix.
Day 6:
Half-day cross-country skiing instruction with emphasis on 'skate' technique; introduction to 'Nordic walking' and a short snowmobile excursion to a mountain chalet.
Day 7:
Full day guided snowshoe outing.
Day 8:
End Les Houches.
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Accommodation
Chalet Savoy - A homely chalet run by Oliver and Elaine Ensor for over 18 years, Chalet Savoy is perched on a hillside above the charming village of Les Houches, a few miles from Chamonix. There are 8 bedrooms, all with private facilities and mountain views, and some with balconies. The chalet has free wifi access, communal computer, an outdoor hot tub, drying room, dining room and a comfortable lounge and fireplace where we take tea and cakes in front of an open fire.
Activities
Cross-country Skiing
Dogsledding
Snowshoeing
Multi-activity
Food
All breakfasts, 5 picnic lunches and 6 dinners included.
Group Size
Min. 4, max. 15, plus leader.
Notes
Cross-country ski hire not included, available locally for EUR40 per week
General Information
No particular experience needed, but good general level of fitness required. Instruction for cross-country skiing is given for both beginners and intermediates. Transport by private minicoach.
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